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LEAK-OFF CAP-TO-FUEL TANK FUEL LINE - CONTINUED

ACTION

LOCATION

ITEM

REMARKS

REMOVAL- CONTINUED

WARNING

No open flames, welding, grinding, smoking, or use of heat producing devices permitted near fuel

tank and fuel lines during maintenance unless the fuel tank has been cleaned and purged of all

flammable liquids and vapors. Fuel burns easily and fumes are explosive. Keep battery

disconnected. Failure to observe these precautions could cause serious injury.

Fuel tank (1)

Connector (2)

a. Using 7/16-inch open-end wrench, unscrew and

take off.

b. Plug tank (1) (page 2-137).

CLEANING

NOTE

For more information on how to clean parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions (page 2-VI-1).

Grommet (3)

a. Clean in solution of detergent and water.

b. Using clean, dry rag, wipe dry.

WARNING

Drycleaning solvent P-D-680 is toxic and flammable. Wear protective goggles and gloves and use

only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothes and don't breathe vapors.

Do not use near open flame or excessive heat. The flashpoint is 1000F to 1380F (380 to 590C). If

you become dizzy while using cleaning solvent, get fresh air immediately and get medical aid. If

contact with eyes is made, wash your eyes with water and get medical aid immediately.

All metal parts

a. Clean in drycleaning solvent.

b. Using clean, dry rags, wipe dry.

INSPECTIONIREPLACEMENT

NOTE

For more Information on how to inspect parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions (page 2-137).

Replace defective parts as needed.

10.

Grommet (3)

Look for cracks, breaks, and crumbling.'

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